each raised on a bell-shaped lower section, surmounted with a circular drip pan with flaring sides enclosing a tall cylindrical support rising to a smaller circular drip pan with central pricket, the exterior chased with bands of dragons contesting 'Flaming Pearls' divided by foliate scrolls (2)

Collection of Sarah Pike Conger (1843-1932), Concord, New Hampshire, acquired while living in China 1898-1905.
Collection of Mina Merrill Prindle (1864-1963), Duluth, Minnesota and Pasadena, California, acquired Gerlach's, Pasadena, California, 1917.

Both with dents and small nicks around the base and edges . There is considerable surface wear consistent with age and use.
In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Sotheby's is merely a subjective qualified opinion.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE CATALOGUE.